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La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas

Vacation home in Marathon with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Experience the Old West charm at La Casa Vieja, a beautifully restored 1917 farmhouse in Marathon. This gorgeously appointed hacienda features custom woodwork, an open floor plan, and a private patio/courtyard perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas

Take a step back in time to the Old West. It doesn't get much more atmospheric than this, folks. A real piece of West Texas history, La Casa Vieja is a gorgeously restored home in Marathon, Texas that was originally an old farmhouse built in 1917. Now, more than 100 years later, it is a beautiful little hacienda, complete with a casita at the rear of the property that can accommodate additional guests. Located at the foot of Big Bend National Park and just a few blocks from the world-famous Gage Hotel, this property is a stunner. With custom woodwork throughout, this delicately-appointed 950-square-foot home sits on a corner lot and offers a beautiful enclosed private patio/courtyard for privacy. Surrounded by pretty, native desert vegetation, the custom features of this home are far too numerous to mention. Here are a list of just some of them:

~ 10 ft. ceilings
~ Open floor plan
~ Latilla ceiling in living room featuring wood beams with corbels
~ Pressed tin tile ceiling in kitchen
~ Saltillo tile and original refinished hardwood flooring
~ Mesquite custom–built kitchen bar top
~ Kraftmaid hickory cabinets in kitchen
~ Pendant lighting
~ Tiled backsplash
~ Textured walls
~ Kiva fireplace in living room
~ Alhambra-tiled shower and Talavera-tiled sink in bathroom
~ Original, restored antique old Mexico wood church doors (1920) at front entry
~ Spacious closet
~ Private and tranquil courtyard w/additional, outdoor kiva fireplace
~ Shaded front porch
~ Flat-screen satellite TV
~ Wifi enabled

The home features evaporative cooling and heating units. A new metal fence adds privacy to this exquisite property. Other details worth mentioning include: Completely new electrical and plumbing, insulation in the flooring, walls and ceilings, gas stove and water heater, and a metal roof w/ original tin on sides.

Whether you're here for a wedding or event, are on an artist's retreat, are off to explore the surrounding area, or are simply here to enjoy the peaceful, gorgeous surroundings, La Casa Vieja is your home away from home in Marathon.

For more information about this stunning region and its attractions, visit the visitbigbend website. (And check out our Facebook page! You can find us at @lacasaviejamarathon on the Facebook site.)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Marathon, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 39 min drive - 61.4 km
  • Kiowa Gallery - 41 min drive - 64.1 km
  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 42 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 43 min drive - 64.8 km
  • Kokernot Field - 44 min drive - 66.3 km

Getting around

  • Midland Intl. Airport (MAF) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪V6 Coffee Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marathon Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Los Muertos - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪White Buffalo Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Big Bend Pizza - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas located?

Situated in Marathon, this vacation home is within 32 mi (52 km) of Sul Ross State University, Sul Ross Desk, and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Reviews

La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

weekend get away

Great place, I will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Bend Family Vacation

La Casa Vieja worked out great as our home for our family trip to BBNP. The home was a great fit for my family. My teenage sons liked having the separate casita to stay in. We had great weather to hang out in the courtyard by the fireplace in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Marathon!

Home is beautiful and perfect for our family of four. Marathon served as our ‘basecamp’ for big bend (and Marfa) - only regret is. Or staying an extra day to relax and enjoy all the home had to offer!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good property during cooler months

Lovely and well designed home in Marathon. Bathroom in main house was wonderful. Home does not have central air/heat which is only an issue in the summer months. Bedrooms have window units which get the job done but are noisy. We usually stay at The Gage but needed more room on this trip. Would book again during the Texas winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Vieja

Great base location for Big Bend National Park and Alpine. We enjoyed the courtyard & the quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon/Big Bend Trip

We had a wonderful stay. Spencer was great and promptly responded to our inquiries before and while at the property. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

BARRY V., RICHMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking at Big Bend

We had everything we needed and really enjoyed the courtyard after a day of hiking at Big Bend National Park. This was perfect for my daughter and I. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

Made our stay in West Texas that much better!

We had a great time staying at this comfortable and very nice house! It was perfectly located between the Big Bend National Park and some interesting small towns in West Texas. We hope to travel back here at some point.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a stay in Marathon!

Rented the house/casita for an annual weekend getaway to Marathon with friends. The courtyard and outdoor fireplace are the star of the show! We enjoyed evening hangs out there with the ease of access to house and casita. Nicely stocked full kitchen and lovely bathrooms. Has everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben C., Alexandria, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional!

Wonderful property. Among the best I've experienced on VRBO. Very helpful, engaged owner. Enthusiastically recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

We came to photograph the Milky Way and visit Big Bend. The property was perfectly laid out and we love to cook so the kitchen was perfect. No complaints!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property. Town lacks restaurant options.

The property was perfect place for me and my dad. We both had our own private rooms while the main house gave us a good gathering place for after a long day in Big Bend. Only disappointment was that Marathon doesn't have much restaurant wise during the week.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay

This was our group's second stay at Casa Viejo and it was excellent again. Very comfortable and well-stocked with kitchenware and all the necessities; nicely located at the edge of downtown Marathon and a beautiful straight-shot drive down to Big Bend National Park. Marathon is a great dark skies location and the stars were blazing overhead for the entire stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guylyn P., Midlothian, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Bend getaway

We loved our stay La Casa Vieja! It was the perfect setup for my husband and I and adult daughter with the separate casita. We spent a lot of afternoons in the courtyard. Loved the decor. Host Spencer was very responsive when we had questions. We’ll be back! Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Secret to Be Kept Quiet

I love Marathon! I don’t want anyone to know about this town or this property…I want it to stay under the radar. We checked off a couple bucket list items during our visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As is it says

Great location, easy walk to the Marathon amenities and a good drive to Panther Junction. It was a little chilly on arrival but the heaters got it toasty in no time. Fireplace in the courtyard was popular. Kitchen worked out fine for 2 nights/dinner during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old Adobe with new life

Property was great, our only issue were the barstools were very uncomfortable & that was the only place to sit to eat &/or play boardgames.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Walking Distance to Galleries and Gage!

A wonderful place for both families and couples alike. We stopped on our way into and out of Big Bend. We got refreshed, relaxed, did laundry, and watched TV. All looked forward to returning on our way out. Got up early and sat in private patio and did some star gazing. So close to Gage we ate dinner and played on their chess board.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

William G., Fulshear, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for small dogs

Cute, clean, excellent response from management, everything works. The courtyard is perfect for dogs! One of our 3 dogs is an escape artist. The courtyard was so secure even he could not escape! Unfortunately we had overcast skies for 2 of our 3 nights. But a fire in the courtyard fireplace without having to keep a constant eye (or leash) on our little bum made for some perfect evenings after visiting Big Bend N.P. Some decent bfast tacos at the French Grocer and dinner at the 12 gauge restaurant. A nice birthday getaway! I'd recommend staying for longer than 3 nights as there is so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and comfy at the gateway to Big Bend

This property is very nice! Enclosed courtyard and casita along with a fireplace outside and inside. The main house has a comfy bed and everything you need for cooking. The owner was very responsive when contacted. We had some trash left by the cleaning crew, but they came over the first day and picked it up and she was very nice. If you’re bringing a dog, beware of the burrs! There really is nowhere in Marsthon you can avoid them and they will stick to little paws. Bring some booties! We will definitely return to this place next time we swing through!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sharon D., Leominster, MA

Nice Launching Point for Visiting Big Bend National Park

We stayed at Las Casa Vieja for a few night as we visited Big Bend National Park. The house was very clean in a quiet neighborhood. The furnishings were nice; the bed in the main bedroom was comfortable as was the breakfast bar and living room. The kitchen was well stocked; we had all our breakfasts here as well as one dinner. I would recommend getting groceries before arriving (or driving to Alpine) since the store in Marathon has a weird mix of items. We tried to have a fire outside but without kindling we could not get it going. The configuration was a little weird in that you enter the house through either the bedroom or bathroom. It would be nice to have a curtain on the bathroom door; otherwise, when you step out of the shower anyone in the courtyard can see you. Our son called us before coming over to the main house to make sure no one was in the bathroom. The light in the shower did not work; it made taking showers a little dark. I would recommend bringing soap (they only supplied one small bar). My son enjoyed staying in the Casita. He would have spent more time in the Casita if he had somewhere to sit; he only had the bed to sit on. For older children, the Casita provides nice seperation in a secure courtyard. Overall, it was a nice stay and we would stay here again if we ever return to the Marathon area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert

This was a very good rental . I will stay at one of your rentals again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Bend bucket list

Loved the Casa! Unique property which is what drew our attention. Courtyard was wonderful, sat out there a couple of evenings. Home was very cozy, enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big bend visit

Excellent stay! Loved the courtyard!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Al D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Everything was perfect. Thanks so much. Will stay here again when we visit next.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025